Irion County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Irion County - Irion County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. Irion County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Irion County located in the map, major cities in Irion county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Irion County, Texas

Map of Irion County, Texas

Irion County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Mertzon. As per 2020 census, the population of Irion County is 1552 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,052 sq mi (2,725 km2). Irion County was established on 1889.

Facts about Irion County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionWest Texas / Edwards Plateau
County SeatMertzon
Named AfterRobert Anderson Irion, Secretary of State of the Republic of Texas
Established1889
Organized1899
Coordinates31.3310° N, 100.9880° W
Total Area1,052 sq mi
Land Area1,052 sq mi
Water Area<1 sq mi
Population (2020)1,513
Population RankOne of the least populated counties in Texas
Major CommunityMertzon
Main IndustriesRanching, Oil & Gas, Agriculture
Major AirportNearest major airport: San Angelo Regional Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForRural West Texas, Ranching heritage, Sparse population, Oil production
Websitehttps://www.irioncounty.org

Top Attractions in Irion County, Texas

  • Irion County Courthouse (Mertzon) – Historic courthouse anchoring downtown Mertzon.
  • Downtown Mertzon – Small-town shops, cafés, and local heritage buildings.
  • Irion County Museum – Exhibits on pioneer life, ranching, and local history.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic West Texas drives through open plains and cattle ranches.
  • High Plains Scenic Drives – Expansive farmland and rural landscapes ideal for photography.
  • Prairie Wildlife Areas – Bird-watching and small-game observation spots.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic structures dotting the countryside.
  • Historic Rail Markers – Sites commemorating early railroad routes through the county.
  • Mertzon City Park – Community park with playgrounds, picnic areas, and green space.
  • Scenic Country Roads – Quiet roads perfect for driving and viewing rural Texas landscapes.

Cities and Towns in Irion County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Mertzon (county seat)City78131.2649°N, 100.8176°W
BarnhartCensus Designated Place (CDP)31631.2046°N, 101.1704°W
SherwoodUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.4471°N, 100.6959°W
KnickerbockerUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.2643°N, 100.6318°W
ArdenUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.1156°N, 100.9397°W
TankersleyUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.3681°N, 100.6154°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Irion County

  • U.S. Highway 67 - principal east-west highway through Mertzon and Barnhart
  • Texas State Highway 163 - major north-south route connecting Mertzon with San Angelo and Ozona
  • Ranch to Market Road 2469 - serves ranching areas in central Irion County
  • Ranch to Market Road 33 - connects Barnhart with Reagan County and surrounding ranchlands
  • County Road network providing access to oil, gas, and livestock operations

What are Neighboring Counties of Irion County

  • Tom Green County (north and east)
  • Schleicher County (southeast)
  • Crockett County (southwest)
  • Reagan County (west)

Distance from Irion County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Barnhart3824
Sherwood2817
San Angelo (Tom Green County)5635
Big Lake (Reagan County)5132
Eldorado (Schleicher County)7245
Ozona (Crockett County)9257
Sonora (Sutton County)11873
Big Spring (Howard County)161100
Midland (Midland County)193120
Odessa (Ector County)212132
Abilene (Taylor County)194121
Lubbock (Lubbock County)328204
Austin (Travis County)331206
Fort Worth (Tarrant County)393244
Dallas (Dallas County)425264

Waterbodies in Irion County

Middle Concho River, Dove Creek, Spring Creek, Broome Creek, Kickapoo Creek tributaries, Edwards Plateau springs, ranch reservoirs, stock tanks, farm ponds, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal draws

Best Golf Courses in Irion County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
San Angelo Country ClubSan Angelo31.4317°N, 100.4854°W
Quicksand Golf CourseSan Angelo31.4412°N, 100.4676°W
Big Spring Country ClubBig Spring32.2702°N, 101.4864°W

Colleges and Universities in Irion County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Howard CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college district serving Irion County
Angelo State UniversityPublicUniversityMajor regional university located in nearby San Angelo
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at San AngeloPublicGraduate Health SciencesHealthcare education and professional training
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Irion CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Irion County QuickFacts
  2. Texas State Historical Association - Irion County
  3. Texas Almanac - Irion County
  4. Angelo State University
  5. Howard College